Abstract: A tilt rack apparatus comprises a rectangular frame supported on a rectangular base for pivotal movement between a horizontal position and a tilted position. A foot-operated latch mechanism maintains the frame in one or the other of the positions. The frame supports a container, such as a parts basket. The container is set on the frame with the frame in the horizontal position, and when the latch is released, the frame and container are moved to the tilted position. Then, when the container is unloaded and the latch mechanism is released, the frame and container are returned to the horizontal position automatically by gas spring shock absorbers.